News
Community comes together to support Cleveland police officer’s wife after cancer diagnosis
CLEVELAND — Dawn Critz has a long journey of recovery ahead of her. Fortunately, she doesn’t have to worry about going it alone. Her husband ...
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Crime
Blotter: May 31
In Salisbury Police reports: Police responded to a shooting on Friday after a victim was injured while walking to a nearby store. The victim reported ...
by Brian Dlugosz, Tuesday, May 31, 2022 6:45 pm
Crime
Driver charged with DWI after motorcyclist killed on Main Street
SALISBURY — A man was killed early Sunday morning while driving his motorcycle along Main Street. Salisbury Police reported that John Blackwell Jr., 52, was ...
by Brian Dlugosz, Tuesday, May 31, 2022 5:27 pm
Local
Crowd comes out for Summer Concert Series in Cleveland
CLEVELAND — The Summer Concert Series returned to Cleveland for its monthly musical showcase on Saturday with a performance by the Seven Roads Band. The ...
by Brian Dlugosz, Monday, May 30, 2022 7:46 pm
Local
A young life lost, a legacy lives on
SALISBURY — Two kidneys, one heart, one liver. Those are the things that 21-year-old Payton Massey left behind for the world in her final hours. ...
by Brian Dlugosz, Sunday, May 29, 2022 12:07 am
Entertainment
Salisbury Swing Band kicks off festivities for Pops at the Post
It’s hard to put a finger on just what swing music sounds like. Ask the average person and they may tell you it resembles Big ...
by Brian Dlugosz, Sunday, May 29, 2022 12:00 am
Crime
Repeat sex offender arrested on new charges in Rowan County
KANNAPOLIS — The Rowan County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Kannapolis man Friday on charges related to sex offenses involving a minor. Kevin Michael Metts has ...
by Brian Dlugosz, Friday, May 27, 2022 7:26 pm
Kannapolis
Proposed Kannapolis 2023 budget keeps tax rate the same, emphasizes employees, economic development
KANNAPOLIS — The city is growing and you only need to look at the proposed 2023 budget to see that’s the case. On Monday, City ...
by Brian Dlugosz, Friday, May 27, 2022 12:01 am
News
Local students earn awards from state agriculture groups
SALISBURY — Two local students have recently been honored for agriculture-based work and projects around the state. The North Carolina State Fair announced the recipients ...
by Brian Dlugosz, Friday, May 27, 2022 12:00 am
Local
Mobile chicken processor bringing relief for Rowan farms
SALISBURY — The North Carolina Cooperative Extension’s Rowan County Center is bringing some much-needed relief to chicken farmers around the area. The Rowan County Center ...
by Brian Dlugosz, Thursday, May 26, 2022 12:05 am
Kannapolis
Development continues to boom in downtown Kannapolis
KANNAPOLIS — Visitors would be remiss to pass through Kannapolis in recent months and not notice all the development underway in the downtown area. From ...
by Brian Dlugosz, Thursday, May 26, 2022 12:05 am
News
Blotter: May 25
In Salisbury Police reports: • Police responded to a report of child abuse on Tuesday after a mother left her 9-year-old son in the custody ...
by Brian Dlugosz, Thursday, May 26, 2022 12:00 am
Kannapolis
Kannapolis Police honor two for service to force
KANNAPOLIS — The Kannapolis Police Department has recognized two members of their organization with annual awards for their service and contributions to the force. Officer ...
by Brian Dlugosz, Wednesday, May 25, 2022 12:00 am
News
Kannapolis officials host fire safety workshop for homeowners, tenants
KANNAPOLIS — Members of the Kannapolis Fire Department held a public webinar on Tuesday afternoon that allowed participants to learn more about fire safety in ...
by Brian Dlugosz, Wednesday, May 25, 2022 12:00 am
Crime
Blotter: May 24
In Salisbury Police reports: • A man was the victim of larceny in the 100 block of Heilig Avenue. The total estimated loss included $600 ...
by Brian Dlugosz, Wednesday, May 25, 2022 12:00 am
Crime
Man arrested for indecent liberties with minor
SALISBURY — A man was arrested on Monday and faces a felony charge for criminal sex offense with a minor. He was taken into custody ...
by Brian Dlugosz, Tuesday, May 24, 2022 2:22 pm
News
Tornado warning delays school closings around Rowan
Rowan County was placed under a tornado warning by the National Weather Service on Monday afternoon as inclement weather brought a severe storm around the ...
by Brian Dlugosz, Tuesday, May 24, 2022 12:00 am
Local
Rodeo returning to Cleveland for 11th year
CLEVELAND — There’s a rodeo coming to town for Rowan County residents and everyone’s invited. The Cleveland Rodeo, located at Livengood Arena at 875 Redmon ...
by Brian Dlugosz, Sunday, May 22, 2022 12:00 am
News
Blotter: May 20
In Sheriff’s Office reports: • A business at the 1600 block on Heilig Road in Salisbury reported credit card fraud on Wednesday afternoon. The total ...
by Brian Dlugosz, Saturday, May 21, 2022 6:55 pm
News
Educator honored for work with local Future Farmers of America
Raising awareness about food safety and the importance of good nutrition has driven Kysha Rooks to work with young people around Rowan County. As the ...
by Brian Dlugosz, Saturday, May 21, 2022 12:00 am
News
Man arrested after lengthy police chase through Salisbury
SALISBURY — A Virginia man was taken into custody in Salisbury on Wednesday after a police chase along a major road in the city and ...
by Brian Dlugosz, Thursday, May 19, 2022 12:31 pm
Local
Cheerwine Festival organizers excited by return to live event for first time since 2019
SALISBURY — After being held virtually in 2020 and canceled last year, the Cheerwine Festival is returning to Salisbury on Saturday. For residents of the ...
by Brian Dlugosz, Thursday, May 19, 2022 12:10 am
Elections
Crutchfield wins competitive District 83 Republican primary
Kevin Crutchfield hardly had time to catch his breath as the primary was going on Tuesday, but he finally had a chance to “digest this ...
by Brian Dlugosz, Tuesday, May 17, 2022 11:42 pm
Local
Sculpture Show returns, bringing new public art to the streets of Salisbury
SALISBURY — Walking around Salisbury this week, visitors may notice some new and unfamiliar sights in the community popping up in corners, parks and public ...
by Brian Dlugosz, Tuesday, May 17, 2022 12:10 am
Crime
Theft captured on camera at Spencer business, charitable foundation
SPENCER — Kevan Glover is gearing up for a busy spring and summer at The Konnected and The Konnected Foundation. The Spencer-based entertainment venue, production ...
by Brian Dlugosz, Sunday, May 15, 2022 12:00 am
Kannapolis
Kannapolis Farmers Market weathers storms, opens for season
KANNAPOLIS — Vendors, customers and green-thumb enthusiasts alike made their way out to the Kannapolis Farmers Market on Thursday for the second installment of weekly events ...